Mobile solution for real-time monitoring and supervision of whale watching operators in French Polynesia to ensure compliance with cetacean protection regulations.
Context
With the growth of whale watching tourism, French Polynesia has implemented strict regulations.
The environmental authority must monitor operators at sea to protect cetaceans and enforce quiet zones and approach distance rules.
Solution implemented
MAGIS developed a mobile application allowing operators to record whale observations during their trips at sea.
Authorities have real-time visibility of boat positions and a supervision tool to ensure compliance with regulations.